Well…maybe…for some people.
Alcohol is pervasive in our culture. Cocktails are synonymous with celebrations and holidays. A glass of wine can help us ease into the evening after a long day at work or calms us after a particularly difficult afternoon running errands with the kids.
I find other people’s schedules fascinating. Do they wake up extra early to prepare for the day? When do they work out? What is a typical meal like? I am often asking my patients these questions in order to guide them to better health. You can learn a great deal about people by taking a peek into their daily lives.
Here is a round up of important and interesting medical stories in the news this week. Just click the links below for the full articles.
The CDC issued a travel advisory for a small community in Miami, Florida. A total of 14 people have been infected by Zika locally. Pregnant women and their partners are advised to avoid travel to the area.
It’s Friday afternoon. You have been fighting a cold for the past 3 days –runny nose, aching muscles, exhaustion, sore throat. You have fun dinner plans this weekend and are really hoping to feel better. Maybe a course of antibiotics is in order?
A visit to the doctor’s office is usually anything but calming. Many people arrive anxious, worried, stressed, and often times ill. While some aspects of this experience are out of your control, there are steps you can take to make your visit more efficient and successful.
Thank you for visiting! I’m Ashley Chambers and I practice internal medicine as a primary care physician. I’m excited to share my thoughts, passions, and excitement for the field of medicine with you! For my first post, however, I thought it would be best to outline my goals and ambitions for this blog.